Mirena and copper IUD - pros and cons from a naturopath’s perspective

2023-05-30

In this episode, I discuss the main differences between the Mirena and the copper IUD - and what exactly both is doing within your body. Topics mentioned:My favourite form of contraception and why, and what I personally useHormonal vs non-hormonal contraception methodsCopper IUD permitting natural ovulatory cyclesWhich of the two methods increase and decrease your menstrual blood flowWhat side effects are associated with the Mirena (contraceptive drug levonorgestrel)Mirena ...

In this episode, I discuss the main differences between the Mirena and the copper IUD - and what exactly both is doing within your body.

Topics mentioned:

My favourite form of contraception and why, and what I personally use
Hormonal vs non-hormonal contraception methods
Copper IUD permitting natural ovulatory cycles
Which of the two methods increase and decrease your menstrual blood flow
What side effects are associated with the Mirena (contraceptive drug levonorgestrel)
Mirena suppressing ovulatory cycles some of the time
How I would rank each contraception method on least to most impactful on the body.

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